At the dawn of the 20th century, two brothers driven by their dying father’s charge to seize the boundless opportunities of the New World set off to find their fortune. From the frenzy of the Gold Rush to the real estate boom in Florida, Sondheim and Weidman’s complex, catchy, and darkly funny tale based on the true story of the Mizner Brothers chronicles the curdling of the American Dream.
From the team that brought us Assassins and Pacific Overtures, Sondheim’s final finished work is brought to life in all its sharp, vaudevillian glory.
Age Guidance: 13+
Content Advisory: Strong Language and Adult Themes
At the dawn of the 20th century, two brothers driven by their dying father’s charge to seize the boundless opportunities of the New World set off to find their fortune. From the frenzy of the Gold Rush to the real estate boom in Florida, Sondheim and Weidman’s complex, catchy, and darkly funny tale based on the true story of the Mizner Brothers chronicles the curdling of the American Dream.
From the team that brought us Assassins and Pacific Overtures, Sondheim’s final finished work is brought to life in all its sharp, vaudevillian glory.
Age Guidance: 13+
Content Advisory: Strong Language and Adult Themes
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
LEARNING
A brand-new play with an original score and captivating movement, LEARNING unravels the poignant journey of Debs and Jonathan—a couple hurtling in opposite directions.
As Jonathan embraces the Jewish faith he’s spent a lifetime evading, Debs, disaffected by years of trying to live up to religious imperatives, yearns to break free. With moments of raw conflict and fleeting calm, they wrestle with the past, grapple with the present, and question whether their love can weather the divide.
LEARNING offers a heartfelt and thought-provoking exploration of identity, belief, and what it means to truly connect with others and with ourselves.
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition
7 – 20 February 2025
Every three years, Highgate Gallery holds an exhibition exclusively for members of HLSI as a showcase
for their creativity. There is a huge amount of talent within the membership, including painters,
printers, photographers and embroiderers.
Each member can submit up to three artworks, and the final selection is chosen by a panel. This year
the panel consists of the artist Maggie Jennings; the doyenne of members’ art shows Mary Shurman;
and several members of the Highgate Gallery committee.
The HLSI Members’ Art Exhibition is always popular with exhibitors and Gallery visitors alike, and
is a much anticipated date in the HLSI winter programme, as well as in the wider social life of
Highgate village.
One of the exhibiting artists will be in the Gallery each day of the show, and admission is free.
All work will be for sale.
The Private View will be held on Friday 7 February, and you are cordially invited to attend.
Opening hours:
Wednesday-Friday 13.00-17.00
Saturday & Sunday 10.00-16.00
After the sold-out success of their inaugural showcase in 2024, The Jewish Dramatic Association of London–an arts organisation focused on promoting, platforming, and developing early-career Jewish creatives across the capital–is back with another evening of new writing!
Featuring five exciting short plays written by Jews, performed by Jews, and directed by Jews, this is sure to be an evening to remember.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Andrew MacDonald’s practice has always been about people. His work reflects a continual fascination with who we are, how we feel, what our history etches onto our features and our responses and relationship to the world around us. The show will include his twelve Food Bank Portraits completed during 2024 to raise awareness of food poverty, as well as commissioned work.
Highgate Gallery is open:
Wednesday – Fridays: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday and Sunday: 10.00 – 16.00
7 – 20 March 2025
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Andrew MacDonald’s practice has always been about people. His work reflects a continual fascination with who we are, how we feel, what our history etches onto our features and our responses and relationship to the world around us. The show will include his twelve Food Bank Portraits completed during 2024 to raise awareness of food poverty, as well as commissioned work.
Highgate Gallery is open:
Wednesday – Fridays: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday and Sunday: 10.00 – 16.00
7 – 20 March 2025
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Andrew MacDonald’s practice has always been about people. His work reflects a continual fascination with who we are, how we feel, what our history etches onto our features and our responses and relationship to the world around us. The show will include his twelve Food Bank Portraits completed during 2024 to raise awareness of food poverty, as well as commissioned work.
Highgate Gallery is open:
Wednesday – Fridays: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday and Sunday: 10.00 – 16.00
7 – 20 March 2025
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.
Written by award-winning journalist Judi Bevan, Too Many Books is a heartfelt, thought-provoking debut play exploring the complexities of international adoption and the emotional journey of parents seeking to create a family.
Set in the 1990s, it follows Daniel and Julia, a couple confronting bureaucratic obstacles, cultural differences, and the pressures on their relationship as they pursue adopting a child from China. As they navigate adoption policies and judgments on their suitability, Daniel and Julia must reconcile their expectations of the adoption process with the stark reality they experience.
This intimate production sheds light on issues of identity, cultural displacement, and the emotional sacrifices parents make. It will resonate deeply with anyone touched by adoption or the longing for family.